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Defence Act 1903
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45 International obligations
In giving an authorisation under Subdivision B in relation to an action or power that is to be, or may be, taken or exercised in the Australian offshore area, an authorising Minister must have regard to Australia’s international obligations.
Subdivision B—Special powers generally authorised by Minister